Annual Dinner

2017 RECAP

The MCCC 58th Annual Dinner on June 13, 2017 recognized leadership, partnership and innovation as the 2017-2018 Board of Directors was sworn in and five outstanding leaders were recognized. "We put our innovative and forward thinking institutions and people on the nation's map and on the world's stage, making Montgomery County a destination for opportunity." said Gigi Godwin, President and CEO.

Congratulations to our award winners and thank you to all the award presenters and event sponsors.

We are experiencing an incredible inflection-point moment in time where change is occurring at an increasingly rapid pace. Great things will happen for those who embrace change and capture the many opportunities that it creates. As the new MCCC Chair of the Board, I am extremely confident in the future success of the Chamber and the region in which we live, work and play. It’s a great time in history to be alive. " - Dusty Rood

2017 Award Recipients

BUSINESS ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR

“Having traveled in 126 countries, I have observed first hand the impact of the free enterprise system, coupled with freedom and democracy, on the quality of people's lives. Business and the jobs it creates are the foundation of much that we in America are privileged to enjoy." – Norm Augustine

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNER OF THE YEAR

“Montgomery College is honored to be given this award by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. Being a trusted partner in the community is an important element in our mission. By building strong local relationships we strengthen our ability to provide educational opportunities for students and improve our service to local businesses and nonprofits.” - DeRionne P. Pollard

VISIONARY AWARD

Presented by: The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

"The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce has helped create the wonderful business environment within which United Therapeutics has thrived. It is the greentaping and superb infrastructure in our County that has allowed us to turn visions into victories for patients, physicians and families grappling with life-threatening conditions. As we complete our new cancer medicine laboratory and the largest net zero research labs in the US, we look forward to elevating Montgomery County yet further into the ranks of best places to do business in the USA." – Martine A. Rothblatt

LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD

"I am honored to receive the Legislator of The Year Award from the county chamber. Here's what I know: collaboration, pragmatism and listening skills go a long way in establishing sensible public policy. As new Chairman of the Ways & Means Committee it's my job to ensure that we achieve the proper balance among our priorities: a fair business climate, real transportation solutions, safe neighborhoods and thriving schools."- Anne Kaiser

CHAIRMAN'S AWARD

"I am honored to receive the Chairman's Award. As technology continues to challenge our businesses and reshape our business models, the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce is at the forefront, shaping the economic landscape so that our County businesses can thrive. I am so delighted to be a part of the Chamber’s initiatives to take advantage of a major inflection point in our history. I am committed to advancing entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation. Please join us and become a part of this amazing business network." David Nguyen